Oh I'm sure he'd fall off a good amount. If he wanted to come here, even. I know he wants the years, but I'm of the mindset that we're not one of his preferred destinations after Phoenix. But yeah, it would become a wreck. He'll always try to bring his game, but that's not exactly on the rise and 7.5 for what he will be giving in 3 years will be so ridiculous. Maybe not Gomez level, but maybe Horcoff.

Figures we sign Suter and Parise and there will be a lockout. Just great

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honestly, i think it would have to. i can't imagine a scenario in which the league could really support more than 8-12 teams, and though i don't really know the specifics of each team's local tv market, it wouldn't shock me if it were down to 6. the loss of revenue would be so catastrophic for most of the owners.

i wonder if the players are banking on going to europe/russia/wherever to play, or if everyone involved really is this stupid?

Ive learned to quit underestimating the greed and stupidity of businessmen and pro athletes.